Craving something sweet. Trying not to be tempted by the dried apricots and dates sitting on my desk. I think I’m going to put them in someone else’s office.

2:27 pm – Getting a little cranky, especially when provoked.

Looking forward to #5, which I’ll eat in an hour.

Going to Bikram yoga tonight, a little nervous about feeling dizzy or lightheaded.

3:03 pm – All I can think about is eating the next course. I get a cup of hot water (not supposed to drink tea) thinking it might help.

I think there’s a thunderstorm abrewin’ in my gut.

3:39 pm – Sweet crunchy relief. Hello #5 beet salad! (beets, cucumber, tahini, dill, lemon juice) I find myself chewing a lot more than I normally would. Savoring the sensation, feeling the mandibular muscles at work. I have two more courses left and I’m saving them ’til after Bikram (class is at 6 pm, and I’m following the 2-hour rule). Looking forward to cozying up to #6 and #7 in the comfort of my home.

3:59 pm – Still crunching away. The food is very satisfying in the short term, but then a serious hunger sets in. Water is supposed to help curb that feeling.

I have a meeting in a bit and then I’m dashing out to yoga. Stay tuned for the evening installment around 8:30 pm…